Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer

The Mechanical Designer will collaborate closely with the Mechanical Engineering Managers, Design Lead, and various design teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective completion of projects. The role involves applying the Eclipse Vision and Entrepreneurial Culture to all tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering calculations relating to machine and tool designs, considering factors such as strength of materials, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure, and force.
• Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to determine shape, dimensions, and hardness during equipment, process, and product development.
• Examine the feasibility of using multiple machines for sequential operations.
• Produce working drawings, detail drawings, and bills of materials using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Ensure designs and systems comply with applicable standards, such as OSHA and CE.
• Review drawings for accuracy, material selection, machining techniques, finishes, and hardness.
• Communicate design changes to the Applications Manager.
• Update and formalize drawing documentation.
• Reverse engineer components and assemblies using precision measurement equipment.
• Collaborate with vendors, fabricators, machinists, toolmakers, and electricians to complete equipment and resolve issues.
• Work effectively in a team environment and actively participate in group meetings.
• Adhere to health and safety rules and procedures.
• Work flexibly, including weekends and travel, to meet project timelines.
• Ensure scheduled milestones are met and notify appropriate departments if not.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards in all business activities.

Essential Skills:

• Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Thorough knowledge of drafting principles.
• Capable of designing tooling from sketches or verbal concepts.
• Understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Understanding of electrical devices such as switches, load cells, and LVDTs.
• 3+ years of experience in Mechanical Design and Engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Certified SolidWorks Associate.
• Experience with Revit is an asset.

Work Environment:

The role is based on-site in Cambridge, with the possibility of remote work on Mondays and Fridays if independence and reliability are proven. Core hours are 9am latest start, with a morning kickoff meeting at 9:30am. Most designers work from 7am to 3:30pm. The team is growing rapidly, providing opportunities for career advancement and gaining valuable nuclear experience.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Cambridge, ON.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Cambridge, ON.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands.